legit place to learn BJJ/muay thai?

[seidogirl]

I've posted about this on another thread (General MA) so don't want to repeat myself, but I am wondering if this MMA school near me is legit. The guy who runs it has had quite a few pro fights, but his record isn't the greatest. The schools site is: www.cornerstonemartialarts.com

I'd like to learn a little BJJ and muay thai in addition to the Seido karate I'm already taking. Thanks in advance for any advice...

[Sgathak]

The page doesnt come up...

Im not sure if having a great pro fight record is a nessesity. If he is good enough to go "pro" then he probably knows something of value, and he is willing to put it to the test, which is always a good thing. Also, He might be a much better teacher than he is a ring fighter...

Id probably drop by, talk to the guy, see if he offers any free classes... If you feel like you can learn something and the price is right, give it a shot. If not, move on.

[seidogirl]

Sorry, I messed up the URL. It's www.cornerstonemartialarts.net

[Cliff Hargrave]

He may be great but his site doesn't list his training. I am always leery of folks that don't say who they trained under or for how long.

[Andrew Green]

I don't tend to worry about that. If they got something to teach it will come out when you step on the floor with them. I also couldn't tell you what medical school my doctor went too or how long he has been in practice.

In fact most rules of marketing that I've seen say not to list that information.

[Luebbers]

I don't know if this http://www.sherdog.com/fightfinder/fightfinder.asp?fighterid=1815

is him or not, but he does indeed have a pretty bad record. However, he's fought in very legit, high-level competitions (one notch down from UFC), and he's fought some quality opponents, so he must not be a total slouch.

And, as has been said many times, some people are just better instructors than fighters.

Quite frankly, after I've reached 2-15, I'd be reluctant to step back into the ring, so you know he's got heart.

[Digi]

He may be great but his site doesn't list his training. I am always leery of folks that don't say who they trained under or for how long.

Me too. Even if he isn't the best fighter, as long as he's certified BB (or close to it), you can at least gain knowledge and principles and apply it to yourself. I think most teachers must have ISSA certification to teach. Maybe. :bandit:

[DungeonWorks]

I don't know if this http://www.sherdog.com/fightfinder/fightfinder.asp?fighterid=1815

is him or not, but he does indeed have a pretty bad record. However, he's fought in very legit, high-level competitions (one notch down from UFC), and he's fought some quality opponents, so he must not be a total slouch.

And, as has been said many times, some people are just better instructors than fighters.

Quite frankly, after I've reached 2-15, I'd be reluctant to step back into the ring, so you know he's got heart.

Dang, I was gonna post the same statement nearly!
:laugh:

I say the dude has some SERIOS heart! 2-15 record and he still tries. It's worth a try.

[Antares33]

Dan Miragliotta and John Finn are also both listed as instructors. Googling them comes up with quite a bit of MMA related stuff for Dan MIragilotta - mostly him as a promoter and ref, which means the school is at least actively involved in competition. John Finn doesn't come up with much, most of the hits I'm seeing are for an actor of that name and a deceased Congressional Medal of Honor winner. BJJ.org doesn't list him.

I'd say that the school is worth checking out. If you like the people there and the atmosphere, stick around for a while.

[AndrewSimonsen]

HIs record is 2-16 now, he hasn't quit yet.

[Dennis Monk]

This thread ran its course already.